Blue counties yield higher property values, red counties pay fewer taxes
The average home in a Democrat-controlled county across the U.S. is worth 75 percent more than the typical home in a Republican-controlled county, according to a new analysis by Attom Data Solutions.
View Article‘Palm Beach is going to be very happy’: Epstein mansion to be razed
Developer Todd Michael Glaser has agreed to redevelop the Palm Beach, Florida, land that once belonged to dead convicted pedophile Jeffrey Epstein.
View ArticleCould we see a flurry of foreclosures in 2021?
Although there is more demand for housing, there is also a higher risk of losing it, and many economic signs point to a rocky road ahead. Here's why this housing boom won't last.
View ArticleAmericans head to the polls as real estate industry holds breath
Voters have to choose between President Trump and Joe Biden as concerns about unprecedented voter intimidation, fraud and violence swirl around the country. Real estate agents like Ellen Sykes of...
View ArticleOpendoor and Zillow are losing tens of thousands on each iBuyer home: DelPrete
Disruption in real estate is being led by companies — and shareholders — willing to bet and lose billions of dollars.
View ArticleIs a Confederate flag hate speech? NAR won’t say — for now
Could using the term "white privilege" or displaying a bumper sticker with the Confederate flag be considered hate speech under the National Association of Realtors' proposed ethics changes?
View ArticleHow to heal our communities by giving back
When creating 2021 business plans, agents should think about ways to truly help their communities while gaining daily exposure at the same time. Here are a few ideas to consider.
View ArticlePulse: What’s the biggest challenge indies face in 2021?
This week, we're asking you, our readers, about the obstacles you're expecting to run into next year as an independent broker. How are you preparing for them?
View Article5 ways to harness PR and stand out in today’s market
PR is a vital component of achieving success in today’s cutthroat market. Here's how to push your business forward and reach the right clients by being strategic and working with PR pros.
View ArticleAmid uncertain election, real estate industry heads back to work
After a long presidential election night on Tuesday, real estate agents on Wednesday took a wait-and-see approach as millions of ballots remained uncounted.
View ArticleHow to close any deal
Learn how to overcome objections and outsmart the competition at Connect Now on November 12.
View ArticleMillennials join in on the mortgage refinance rush
Refinances accounted for 43 percent of all closed loans for millennials in September, according to a new analysis by ICE Mortgage Technology.
View Article9 vital lessons one indie broker learned on her journey
When Erica Ramus opened her own brokerage in 2007, she thought she needed franchise backing. She quickly realized that going indie was the right path for her. Here are the crucial lessons she learned...
View ArticleWhy Realtors should be fair housing ambassadors
Realtors have a unique opportunity to become fair housing ambassadors who take the lead and promote fair housing in their communities and the industry at large.
View ArticleColdwell Banker CEO: The hot market will continue into 2021
M. Ryan Gorman told Inman that as the pandemic drags on, Americans will keep moving to homes that better fit their needs.
View ArticleGet your networking on! 4 tips for connecting in the age of COVID-19
Networking isn't about meeting someone on LinkedIn, having a good discussion, and promising to follow up at a later date and time. It goes far beyond that, especially today. Here are a few timely tips.
View ArticleHow to bring new hires onto your team the right way
If you want to build a business and find the freedom you're looking for, you will need to focus on succeeding through others. Here are a few steps for bringing on new team members successfully.
View Article3 simple steps to a successful video walkthrough for buyers
Touring clients through a home via video is the new normal, and it is imperative to offer an in-depth tour through every space of the property to ensure that it has everything they could possibly need...
View ArticleUS home equity levels rose in Q3
Equity-rich properties made up about 28.3 percent of mortgaged homes in the U.S. during the third quarter, up from 26.7 percent the previous year.
View ArticleHomes sold faster in October than September for first time since 2011
For the first time in nine years, homes sold faster in October than September as low-interest rates continue to unlock pent-up buyer demand.
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